[CU2] Advice sought for trouble with dealer

[nickxau]

You are right The X Man, HA does not give a shite that one of their dealers is selling their brand like that. When I called them up they actually asked me in return: what were you expecting from this phone call? Like, WTF?

To those following my story, I had given up the fight for my right to a refund/new car. I had everything going for me, even the Motor Traders Act 1974, section 24, part 7 but after working everything out, I will be the one at loss even if they gave me a full refund or a new car.

I had time constraints and monetary loses so in the end I just picked up my re-sprayed car TODAY and I'll just have to make the most of it.

My word of advice to other people out there buying their first new car: CHECK THE DAMN CAR ALL OVER BEFORE YOU SIGN ANYTHING, LET ALONE PAY FOR ANYTHING! IT'S GONNA BE YOUR DAMN CAR!

[buddah51au]

You are right The X Man, HA does not give a shite that one of their dealers is selling their brand like that. When I called them up they actually asked me in return: what were you expecting from this phone call? Like, WTF?

To those following my story, I had given up the fight for my right to a refund/new car. I had everything going for me, even the Motor Traders Act 1974, section 24, part 7 but after working everything out, I will be the one at loss even if they gave me a full refund or a new car.

I had time constraints and monetary loses so in the end I just picked up my re-sprayed car TODAY and I'll just have to make the most of it.

My word of advice to other people out there buying their first new car: CHECK THE DAMN CAR ALL OVER BEFORE YOU SIGN ANYTHING, LET ALONE PAY FOR ANYTHING! IT'S GONNA BE YOUR DAMN CAR!

while i do understand how disappointed you are you have learnt a valuable lesson the hard way. All I can suggest now is to keep a very close eye on the repair, and at the slightest hint of any problem, paint blemishes or if you notice the slightest difference in the colour of the paint under different light conditions take it straight back.

But in saying that you would be shocked if you knew how many new cars had paint repairs prior to being sold. Unfortunately many people don't know what to look for and how to pick a partial respray, but to the trained eye it is reasonably simple.

I hope it gives you no further problems, if i were you I would give the car a thorough polish and apply a quality sealant for added protection.

[SPQR]

.....you would be shocked if you knew how many new cars had paint repairs prior to being sold.....

Very true. One of my previous tenants was a panel shop. Their bread and butter was repairing "new cars" from several dealers before the cars were sold to the public as "new cars".

[H.T]

nickxau, whilst I don't know your personal position, I would have kept pushing for a refund, the damage to your car sounded more extensive than the problems I am having with my cars paint. But if you were happy with the repair, as mentioned above keep an eye on the paint, also make sure you invest in quality products to wash/wax the car with, and take your time cleaning it.

No real progress to report on mine, not enough time in the day.

[buddah51au]

nickxau, whilst I don't know your personal position, I would have kept pushing for a refund, the damage to your car sounded more extensive than the problems I am having with my cars paint. But if you were happy with the repair, as mentioned above keep an eye on the paint, also make sure you invest in quality products to wash/wax the car with, and take your time cleaning it.

To add, I received the same reply from HA on the phone, and was told that I would receive a return call in 48 hours, that was four days ago....

They couldn't tell me from who, give me any direct numbers, and when I asked for a reference I was advised that they don't give them out, when I asked why not, there was a pause of silence and no answer.

I can safely say that after this experience, this will be the first and last Honda I ever buy!

In reference to the last Paragraph, it doesn't matter if you buy a cheap Kia, a Mercedes or anything in between, paint repairs and or partial resprays are part of the New Car Business due to transport damage, industrial fallout, etc. You need to have a keen eye and thoroughly inspect a car prior to signing the purchace papers.

The only possible exception to the above is some expensive exotic cars that arrive at dealerships with a thick plastic material covering all painted surfaces. Than with the amount of markup they have in the car, they always have a professional detail done to the car prior to sale.

[markCivicVti]

I can safely say that after this experience, this will be the first and last Honda I ever buy!

Lies!! All LIES!! It's your second Honda!

[buddah51au]

Lies!! All LIES!! It's your second Honda!

I was relying to nickxau, I have been in the motor game for more years then i care to remember, And while Honda's aren't perfect, I believe they have some of the best cars in their price range. I will go even further and say I can't thing of a better car under 60K to compete with the Euro.

[tony1234]

The problems that you guys are having with the CU2 seem to be typical of a new release model.in another year or 2 they should be all ironed out and it should be the car that all of us expect from Honda.

[SPQR]

The problems that you guys are having with the CU2 seem to be typical of a new release model.in another year or 2 they should be all ironed out and it should be the car that all of us expect from Honda.

As I've said before, the Accord (Euro) has only just been released in Japan; much later than everywhere else because they're using the rest of the world as guinea pigs to sort out the problems. Imagine Honda releasing a flawed car in their home market. The Honda Head Honchos would Have to commit Hara-kiri! Hah!

[buddah51au]

As I've said before, the Accord (Euro) has only just been released in Japan; much later than everywhere else because they're using the rest of the world as guinea pigs to sort out the problems. Imagine Honda releasing a flawed car in their home market. The Honda Head Honchos would Have to commit Hara-kiri! Hah!

I can't speak for others but i can say that after 4,500km in my CU2 I have no problems whatsoever. I find it to be a great car with unbelievable economy. I personally know of 2 other CU2 owners who are more than happy with their cars.

I can't see how a flawed car could possibly win car of the year. The way they drive the cars during the selection process is way beyond what any sane owner would do to their own cars.

I can't see how you can justify that comment, nor can I understand how such comments are useful on this forum.

[Type R Positive]

Nah, it's because Honda make most of their profits overseas.
They make the biggest profit in the USA, and guess which country got the Euro first???

[H.T]

I can't see how a flawed car could possibly win car of the year. The way they drive the cars during the selection process is way beyond what any sane owner would do to their own cars.

Not trying to stir the pot here further, but do you really think that the vehicle they used for the tests was plucked from one of the Dealerships?...

Or do you think it was provided after beeing subject to a number of inspections and checked over a number of times to make sure it was perfect prior to being delivered for testing?

I know if I was entering a competition I would ensure that I put my best foot forward...